Cornerstone Gundog Academy -

Chase Mullin

Currently training my third working lab and using Cornerstone for the first time. The program’s absolutely incredible and has been lights out better than any previous method I’ve used to train.

Not only is the program great, the community is, as well. I highly recommend and hope that every pup is lucky enough to have a trainer who utilizes CGA!

Nathan East

I wanted a great gun dog and also a great everyday companion. CGA gives you the tools to have both. I didn’t want to send my dogs off for months to a trainer and miss out on that valuable time with them. There’s nothing like the bond you create with your dogs by training them yourself. CGA has everything you need and they are always available to answer questions. My 3 year old lab turned out how I wanted and his 6 month old sister is following in his footsteps

Chad McArdle

I signed up for the free pdf on how to train my black lab puppy (Maple) for duck hunting. I decided to train her myself so that we could build a bond rather than send her off to be trained. A day went by and I the received a text from the instructor of the program thanking me and asking if I’d like to become a member of the 52 plus 2.0 program. After chatting, I could tell they cared about me and wanted to help Maple and I reach every goal we want to accomplish. It meant a lot that he personally reached out when he didn’t have to. After joining the program and becoming a member this program is INCREDIBLE. It has been a game changer for Maple and I daily. Cornerstone is a MUST GET if you want to train your duck dog yourself. It is also a cheaper solution than sending your dog off to get trained. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Lamar Haynes

As a founding member of CGA, I can honestly say in my opinion it is the best thing out there for anyone wanting to train there own retriever. I used the CGA program to train both my dogs to an advanced/ finished level. And was able to achieve Bear's HRCH(Champion) title in HRC hunt test, and well on the way to doing the same with my other dog Koda. The CGA team has done such a great job developing all the content, and with the addition of 52+, and the hunt test guide it just keeps getting better! The spring & fall members weekend are my favorite yearly events! Just a great time with friends training dogs, hanging out, and learning from each other. Couldn't have gotten my dogs to this level without CGA. Keith, Josh, Barton, thanks for all you do!

Derek White

My lab is 4 years old now and I couldn’t imagine where her hunting/retrieving level and house temperament would be without CGA. Anyone can have a retriever, but it takes patience, a program like this and your family to be on the same page to create a GunDog! I still admire/review videos constantly and sharpen edges where I see needed, which is why I love that it’s a one time fee for a lifetime membership and the videos get updated under that contract. Josh, Keith and Barton are top notch trainers, know how to break it down Barnie style, and I look forward to meeting them in person at their CGA team training events.

Matthew Thomas

If you’re a new trainer or dog handler CGA is the perfect option. When I purchased my first retriever I was lost in where to start. Thanks to josh, Keith, and Barton I was able to watch my 8 week old puppy turn into an absolute blast to watch as a gundog

Chris Rowland

This program is a home run! The bond you will create with your dog alone is worth it. Wether you only want simple retrieves or are preparing for the HRC Grand, 52+ has you covered. I'm training 3 pups with 52+ and would never do it differently. Only complaint is they didn't create this 25 years ago! What a difference it would have made.
1. Authentic and honest- no pro trained dogs running perfect drills. See the daily growth of your pup as it mirrors Violets training.
2. Structure- daily lessons build upon each other to go from basic obedience to advanced gundog skills. Learn how to train and troubleshoot as Josh works through daily lessons.
3. Connection- CGA provides you a built in training group, connecting you with other members facing the same daily challenges. Having a problem? Connect directly with CGA staffers to work through it.
4. Value- when you realize what 52+ offers you this is a no brainer. The value packed into this program is huge. When you look at overall cost of training a dog you realize what a bargain the program is, not to mention you did it without sending your pup away for 6 to 12 months. You learn the skills, you train the dog and when you get addicted to it and add another dog you have the 52+ program in your pocket forever.

Nicholas Hibbs

My wife and I came down to Alabama from Michigan to do a podcast with CGA founder Joshua and his family. They are down to earth and incredibly delightful to be around. From shooting the podcast to working dogs it was one of the best trips we have ever taken!